3-WAY Switch fully Explained: How to Wire a 3 Way Light Switch, Identify ALL Wires, Troubleshooting

2023 update: In this video you will learn how to wire 3-Way light switches and will understand the differences between a 2-way and a 3-way switch. You will discover detailed and easy ways of identifying all wires coming out of the switch box, and will delve into the full theory behind wiring - to help with troubleshooting a misbehaving 3 way switch. 

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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00
3-Way Switch Wiring: 1:00
2-Way Switch Operation: 2:38
3-Way Switch Operation: 3:18
Improper wiring and Troubleshooting: 6:41
Removal of the Switch: 10:24
Identifying the wires in a 3-Way Switch: 11:19
Connecting the 3-Way Switch: 16:00

Recommended tools:
- Flathead screwdriver
- Phillips screwdriver
- MULTIMETER !!!
- 3 Way switch

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